1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 23 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 407. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 368 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, 2010 Peugeot 407, 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 407. (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford RS 200 | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | RS 200 | 407 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 67 L |