1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 22 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 171 kg more than 1989 Ford RS 200.
Because 1989 Ford RS 200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ford RS 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford RS 200 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | RS 200 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 55 L |
