1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 2008 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 18 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 150 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 2008 Toyota Camry. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry. 2008 Toyota Camry 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. 2008 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ford RS 200 2008 Toyota Camry
Make Ford Toyota
Model RS 200 Camry
Year Released 1990 2008
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 292 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 70 L


 

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