1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 17 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 365 kg more than 1989 Ford RS 200.
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, 1989 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX. 2006 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1989 Ford RS 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford RS 200 | 2006 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | RS 200 | RX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 72 L |
