1986 Ford Telstar vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 20 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 2006 SsangYong Kyron are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 974 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 2006 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Telstar | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Telstar | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| 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 | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
