1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 1970 Jensen FF
To start off, 1989 Ford RS 200 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jensen FF (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 793 kg more than 1989 Ford RS 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford RS 200 | 1970 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | RS 200 | FF |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
