1986 Ford Telstar vs. 1999 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1999 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 13 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. Both 1986 Ford Telstar and 1999 Toyota RAV4 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 270 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 1999 Toyota RAV4 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, 1999 Toyota RAV4 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, 1999 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Telstar | 1999 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Telstar | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |