2004 Audi RS4 vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2004 Audi RS4 is newer by 14 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1990 Ford RS 200. (250 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS4 weights approximately 405 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Audi RS4 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS4 | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS4 | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
