2000 Ford Puma vs. 1988 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 245 kg more than 1988 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1988 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Puma | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
