1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 18 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 97 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 48 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Because 1987 Ford RS 200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ford RS 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (211 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | RS 200 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 55 L |
