2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1987 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1632 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1987 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 116 L |
