1988 Ford RS 200 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 21 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1988 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1292 kg more than 1988 Ford RS 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford RS 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | RS 200 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 88 L |