1987 Ford Telstar vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 18 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 920 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 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Telstar | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Telstar | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
