1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1987 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 258 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 1987 Ford RS 200 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | RS 200 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1804 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 116 L |