1988 Ford Telstar vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 17 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, 1988 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (74 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1988 Ford Telstar.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Telstar | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Telstar | 307 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
