1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1987 Ford RS 200 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 303 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | RS 200 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2900 mm |
