1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden Captiva is newer by 24 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Holden Captiva. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Holden Captiva weights approximately 573 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Because 2011 Holden Captiva 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, 2011 Holden Captiva 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | RS 200 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 65 L |
