1990 Ford Telstar vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini Cooper weights approximately 115 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, 1990 Ford Telstar (158 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1990 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Telstar | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Telstar | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
