1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford RS 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford RS 200 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | RS 200 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 70 L |
