1990 Ford Telstar vs. 1991 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1991 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 530 kg more than 1990 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1991 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Telstar | 1991 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Telstar | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
