1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino 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 101 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. (62 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Telstar weights approximately 596 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino 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 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. 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, 1999 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Telstar | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
