1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2012 Holden Colorado
To start off, 2012 Holden Colorado is newer by 25 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Holden Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Holden Colorado. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Colorado.
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, 2012 Holden Colorado (313 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm). This means 2012 Holden Colorado 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 | 2012 Holden Colorado | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | RS 200 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
