1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 13 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1985 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford RS 200. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 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 | 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | RS 200 | Euro 1 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
