1989 Ford Telstar vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1989 Ford Telstar is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Telstar weights approximately 240 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Telstar | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Telstar | Familia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2200 mm |
