1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 1999 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 1999 GMC Sonoma is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 320 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 GMC Sonoma (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford RS 200 | 1999 GMC Sonoma | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | RS 200 | Sonoma |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3130 mm |