1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 1990 Ford RS 200 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Ford RS 200. (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 930 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200. 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 1983 Porsche 930. 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford RS 200 | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | RS 200 | 930 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |