1986 Ford Telstar vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 23 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 546 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.
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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Telstar. 2009 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Telstar has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Telstar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Telstar | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Telstar | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
