2009 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 19 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 63 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 295 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | RS 200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 187 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |