1988 Ford RS 200 vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford RS 200 | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | RS 200 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |