1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 19 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 630 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200.
Because 2004 Nissan Frontier 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (318 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford RS 200. (293 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | RS 200 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 73 L |
