1984 Ford Telstar vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 279 kg more than 1984 Ford Telstar.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Telstar | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Telstar | Focus |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
