1990 Ford Telstar vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 19 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1990 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 368 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 2009 Jeep Commander is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jeep Commander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Telstar. 2009 Jeep Commander 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. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Telstar | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Telstar | Commander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |
