1988 Ford Telstar vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 425 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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Telstar | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Telstar | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
