1989 Ford Telstar vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 15 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 554 kg more than 1989 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Telstar | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Telstar | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
