1989 Ford Telstar vs. 2011 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2011 Lancia Voyager is newer by 22 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1989 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 1080 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.
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, 2011 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Telstar. 2011 Lancia Voyager 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. 2011 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Telstar | 2011 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Telstar | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3078 mm |
