1988 Ford RS 200 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 17 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 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 79 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 245 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, 1988 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford RS 200 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RS 200 | C |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 62 L |