1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 19 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. (215 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 888 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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 | 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RS 200 | Montero |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 90 L |
