1984 Ford Telstar vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1984 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 528 kg more than 1984 Ford Telstar. 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Telstar | 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Telstar | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
