1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 21 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 123 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
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, 2008 Kia Carens, 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | RS 200 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 55 L |
