1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 25 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1138 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford RS 200. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford RS 200. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1985 Ford RS 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford RS 200 | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | RS 200 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2032 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 98 L |
