1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 19 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Ford RS 200. (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 262 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200. 2009 Nissan Armada 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. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | RS 200 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 106 L |
