1991 Ford Taurus vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1991 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 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 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 220 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 1991 Ford Taurus. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Taurus | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Taurus | RS 200 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2512 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |