1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Telstar weights approximately 339 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Telstar | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
