1989 Ford Telstar vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 19 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, 2008 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 825 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 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Telstar. 2008 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Telstar has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Telstar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Telstar | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Telstar | Antara |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
