1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (201 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 118 kg more than 1989 Ford RS 200.
Because 1989 Ford RS 200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ford RS 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford RS 200 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | RS 200 | Accord |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 60 L |