1986 Ford Telstar vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1990 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 210 kg more than 1986 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Legacy 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, 1986 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Telstar | 1990 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Telstar | Legacy |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1820 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |