1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 26 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), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1987 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 483 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | RS 200 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 319 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 72 L |