1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 1997 Tatra T700
To start off, 1997 Tatra T700 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Tatra T700. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1997 Tatra T700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford RS 200. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford RS 200 | 1997 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | RS 200 | T700 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3140 mm |
