2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 1985 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200.
Because 1985 Ford RS 200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Ford RS 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Picasso, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 1985 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Picasso | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 116 L |
