1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 22 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 299 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200.
Because 1985 Ford RS 200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Ford RS 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford RS 200. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 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 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | RS 200 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 62 L |
