1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 463 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Lexus GS (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford RS 200. 2007 Lexus GS 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. 2007 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 2007 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | RS 200 | GS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 71 L |
