1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 630 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Because 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | RS 200 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 70 L |
