1990 Ford Telstar vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1990 Ford Telstar is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Telstar weights approximately 280 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Telstar | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Telstar | Sports |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2160 mm |
