1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 2010 Audi RS6
To start off, 2010 Audi RS6 is newer by 20 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 4,991 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1990 Ford RS 200. (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi RS6 weights approximately 848 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, 2010 Audi RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200. 2010 Audi RS6 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. 2010 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 2010 Audi RS6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | RS 200 | RS6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 572 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
