1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 21 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1816 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.
Because 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford RS 200. 2010 Ford F-250 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. 2010 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford RS 200 | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | RS 200 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 2998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2029 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 115 L |
