1988 Ford RS 200 vs. 1980 Honda Civic
To start off, 1988 Ford RS 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford RS 200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ford RS 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford RS 200 | 1980 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | RS 200 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 40 L |
