1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1989 Ford RS 200 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 1989 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford RS 200 | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | RS 200 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 4726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
