1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1989 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 463 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 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford RS 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | RS 200 | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 67 L |