2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1987 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 18 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 371 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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford RS 200. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1987 Ford RS 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 1987 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Lumina | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1603 kg | 1232 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 116 L |
