1988 Ford RS 200 vs. 1986 Ginetta G32
To start off, 1988 Ford RS 200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ginetta G32. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ginetta G32 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 115 more horse power than 1986 Ginetta G32. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ginetta G32. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 527 kg more than 1986 Ginetta G32. 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, 1988 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ginetta G32. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ginetta G32.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford RS 200 | 1986 Ginetta G32 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | RS 200 | G32 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2220 mm |
