1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 16 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (160 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 605 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RS 200 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |
