1986 Ford Telstar vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 8 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, 1986 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Telstar weights approximately 320 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today 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, 1994 Honda Today 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Telstar | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Telstar | Today |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |