1988 Ford RS 200 vs. 2000 Volvo S70
To start off, 2000 Volvo S70 is newer by 12 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S70 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1988 Ford RS 200.
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, 2000 Volvo S70, 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford RS 200 | 2000 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | RS 200 | S70 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 68 L |
