1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 2004 MCC ForFour
To start off, 2004 MCC ForFour is newer by 14 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 176 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2004 MCC ForFour. 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 2004 MCC ForFour. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForFour. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 2004 MCC ForFour | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | RS 200 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 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 | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
