1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 9 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 270 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, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird 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 | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | RS 200 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 292 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 96.5 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 | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 58 L |