1988 Ford Telstar vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 22 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. Both 1988 Ford Telstar and 2010 Cadillac BLS are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 530 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Telstar | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Telstar | BLS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
