1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1988 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 620 kg more than 1988 Ford RS 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Explorer | 1988 Ford RS 200 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Explorer | RS 200 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1804 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |