1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina 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 50 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Telstar weights approximately 140 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. 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 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Telstar | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Telstar | Carina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |