The primary leads (+ and -) are typically 1 to 3 ohms resistance, so checking them on the 200k or 20k scale does really nothing. The secondary side should be in the several thousand ohm range. Sometimes the primary windings are tied into the secondary windings usually at the ground inside the coils but not always. Your tests are being performed at the wrong settings and in the wrong locations. Test the primary windings on a 20 ohm setting. Test the secondary output on the 20k ohm setting putting your leads on the output terminal and to the case frame.
If both coils read the same, they are probably ok. I still think your engine problem is linked to your ignition circuit not finding a proper ground through some safety circuit.
