1988 Ford Telstar vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 19 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 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1145 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Telstar. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Telstar has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Telstar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Telstar | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Telstar | ML |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
