1998 Ford Telstar vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Telstar 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 82 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Telstar weights approximately 226 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. 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, 1998 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Telstar | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Telstar | Micra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 185 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 | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
