1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 22 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 433 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 2012 Opel Corsa. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | RS 200 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
