1988 Ford Telstar vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 21 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 412 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, 2009 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Telstar | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Telstar | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
