1990 Ford Telstar vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 1990 Ford Telstar is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda R-100 (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Telstar weights approximately 225 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Because 1968 Mazda R-100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda R-100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Telstar | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Telstar | R-100 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
