1990 Ford Telstar vs. 2007 Jeep Liberty

To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty is newer by 17 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1990 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Telstar.

Because 2007 Jeep Liberty 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, 2007 Jeep Liberty 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, 2007 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Telstar. 2007 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Telstar has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Telstar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ford Telstar 2007 Jeep Liberty
Make Ford Jeep
Model Telstar Liberty
Year Released 1990 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3699 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 94 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 158 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2650 mm