1986 Ford Telstar vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 26 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 520 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Telstar. 2012 Mazda 5 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. 2012 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Telstar | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Telstar | 5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
