1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2002 Tata Safari is newer by 17 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Tata Safari. (136 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 860 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200.
Because 2002 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford RS 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford RS 200 | 2002 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | RS 200 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
