1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Ford RS 200. (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1023 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.
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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200. 2013 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | RS 200 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |
