1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 2004 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Opel Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Frontera weights approximately 540 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200.
Because 2004 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford RS 200 | 2004 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | RS 200 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |