1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 524 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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 | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | RS 200 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 80 L |
