2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 17 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 730 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, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Captiva | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
