1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 2001 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2001 Proton Tiara is newer by 11 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2001 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2001 Proton Tiara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Proton Tiara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 2001 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | RS 200 | Tiara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
