1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 2007 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 17 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 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Torrent.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Torrent. 2007 Pontiac Torrent has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1990 Ford RS 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Pontiac Torrent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 2007 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | RS 200 | Torrent |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
