1995 Acura NSX vs. 1985 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1985 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 467 kg more than 1985 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Acura NSX 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 1995 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1985 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
