1972 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1985 Ford RS 200 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1972 Ford Escort. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Escort | 1985 Ford RS 200 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | RS 200 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1804 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 116 L |