1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 13 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 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 452 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | RS 200 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 58 L |
