1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 20 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 623 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | RS 200 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 75 L |
