1986 Ford Telstar vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 27 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 469 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, 2013 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Telstar | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Telstar | 6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |
