1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1987 Ford RS 200 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 218 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
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, 1987 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford RS 200 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | RS 200 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 4090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 74 L |