1985 Ford Telstar vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1985 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 475 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 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Telstar | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Telstar | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
