1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2002 TVR Cerbera is newer by 13 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1989 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera 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 152 kg more than 2002 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2002 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera 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 | 2002 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | RS 200 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 457 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 65 L |