1990 Ford Telstar vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 16 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 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 517 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 2006 Lexus RX 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, 2006 Lexus RX 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, 2006 Lexus RX (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Telstar | 2006 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Telstar | RX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
