1988 Ford RS 200 vs. 1995 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (221 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 300 kg more than 1988 Ford RS 200.
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, 1995 Holden Statesman (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford RS 200. 1995 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1988 Ford RS 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford RS 200 | 1995 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | RS 200 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
