1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2002 Lada 2123
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 is newer by 15 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 171 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 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, 2002 Lada 2123 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 2002 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | RS 200 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
