1987 Ford Telstar vs. 1987 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1987 Ford Telstar and 1987 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Telstar.
Because 1987 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Telstar | 1987 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Telstar | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
