1988 Ford Telstar vs. 1949 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 1988 Ford Telstar is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,429 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 155 kg more than 1988 Ford Telstar.
Because 1949 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Jeepster 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, 1988 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Jeepster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Telstar | 1949 Jeep Jeepster | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Telstar | Jeepster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
