1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 1995 Honda Argento Viva
To start off, 1995 Honda Argento Viva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Argento Viva weights approximately 8 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford RS 200 | 1995 Honda Argento Viva | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | RS 200 | Argento Viva |
Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 60 L |