1987 Ford Telstar vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 270 kg more than 1987 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo 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, 1987 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Telstar | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Telstar | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
