1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1989 Ford RS 200 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. 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, 1989 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 1989 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford RS 200 | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | RS 200 | Record |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
