1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1995 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1999 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Telstar weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 TVR Cerbera.
Because 1995 TVR Cerbera 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 1995 TVR Cerbera. 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, 1995 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 1995 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Telstar | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
