1973 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1990 Ford Telstar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Telstar weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1990 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1990 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
