1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 1971 Honda Z
To start off, 1990 Ford RS 200 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1971 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 1971 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | RS 200 | Z |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
