1988 Ford RS 200 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 24 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1046 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford RS 200. 2012 Ford F-150 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. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford RS 200 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | RS 200 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3700 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 | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 98 L |
