1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1989 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 113 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | RS 200 | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |