2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1987 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (340 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1987 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 278 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1987 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Crossfire | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 116 L |
