1989 Ford Telstar vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Telstar 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 5 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 400 weights approximately 45 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Telstar | 1996 Proton 400 | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | Telstar | 400 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |