1988 Ford RS 200 vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 23 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac STS weights approximately 522 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.
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, 2011 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford RS 200. 2011 Cadillac STS 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. 2011 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford RS 200 | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | RS 200 | STS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 64 L |
