1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 593 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso. 2004 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1987 Ford RS 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Ford RS 200 | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | RS 200 | Musso |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 73 L |