1988 Ford Telstar vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 110 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, 1988 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Telstar | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Telstar | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
