1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 16 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1201 kg more than 1989 Ford RS 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 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 | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | RS 200 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 132 L |
