2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1987 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 385 kg more than 1987 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1987 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
