1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Ford RS 200. (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 985 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (385 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | RS 200 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
