2005 Audi TT vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 15 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 210 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200.
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, 2005 Audi TT (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi TT | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | TT | RS 200 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.7 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 54 L |