2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 380 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | RS 200 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 77.7 mm |
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 | 1560 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |