2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Ford RS 200. (250 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1895 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.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford F-250. 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-250 | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3075 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 54 L |
