1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1968 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1999 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Because 1968 Pontiac GTO 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 1968 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1968 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 1968 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Telstar | GTO |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
