1990 Ford Telstar vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1990 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 895 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Telstar. 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Telstar | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Telstar | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
