1968 Datsun 1800 vs. 1990 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1990 Ford Telstar is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Datsun 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Datsun 1800 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Datsun 1800 (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Datsun 1800 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Telstar weights approximately 64 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Because 1968 Datsun 1800 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 1968 Datsun 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Telstar, 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, 1990 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Datsun 1800. (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Datsun 1800 | 1990 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Datsun | Ford |
| Model | 1800 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
