1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 14 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 98 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford RS 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford RS 200 | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | RS 200 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |