1988 Ford Telstar vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 24 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1988 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 972 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Telstar. 2012 Honda Pilot 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. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Telstar | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Telstar | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2774 mm |
