1989 Ford Telstar vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 1989 Ford Telstar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 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 30 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 21 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Ford Telstar.
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, 1989 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Telstar | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Telstar | 21 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |
