1988 Ford Telstar vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 18 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 2,262 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Telstar weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Telstar | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Telstar | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
