1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 23 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 354 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 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Ford RS 200 | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | RS 200 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |