1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1985 Ford RS 200 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford RS 200 | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | RS 200 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 41 L |
