1990 Ford Telstar vs. 1993 Honda Accord

To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 3 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 380 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.

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, 1993 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Telstar.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ford Telstar 1993 Honda Accord
Make Ford Honda
Model Telstar Accord
Year Released 1990 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2156 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 94 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 158 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2730 mm


 

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