1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 1981 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1987 Ford RS 200 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1981 Ford Taunus. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1981 Ford Taunus. 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, 1987 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford RS 200 | 1981 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | RS 200 | Taunus |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 57 HP |
Torque | 292 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |