1999 Audi S8 vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 9 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200.
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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200. 1999 Audi S8 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. 1999 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S8 | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |
