1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 17 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 243 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford RS 200 | 2004 Lexus SC | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | RS 200 | SC |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 86 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 | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |