1998 Ford Telstar vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Ford Telstar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Telstar | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Telstar | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
