1987 Ford Telstar vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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. Both 1987 Ford Telstar and 2005 Nissan X-Trail are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1987 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 255 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Telstar | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
