1985 Ford Telstar vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1985 Ford Telstar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Cougar (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1985 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 570 kg more than 1985 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mercury Cougar 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 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1968 Mercury Cougar (297 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Telstar | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Telstar | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
