1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (228 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 877 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford RS 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, both vehicles can yield 292 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | RS 200 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 2109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 65 L |
