1988 Ford RS 200 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 22 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 289 kg more than 1988 Ford RS 200.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford RS 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford RS 200. 2010 Subaru Forester 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. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford RS 200 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | RS 200 | Forester |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 64 L |