1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1985 Ford RS 200 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1973 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford RS 200 | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | RS 200 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
