1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1987 Ford RS 200 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 288 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Because 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford RS 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1987 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RS 200 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
