1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 13 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford RS 200 | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | RS 200 | Vectra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |