1998 Ford Telstar vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Ford Telstar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Ford Telstar.
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, 1998 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Telstar | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Telstar | Accord |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |