1986 Ford Telstar vs. 2004 Honda Fit
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 18 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 12 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Fit weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Ford Telstar.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Telstar | 2004 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Telstar | Fit |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
