1988 Ford Telstar vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Nissan Skyline is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1988 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 470 kg more than 1988 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Telstar | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Telstar | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
