2002 Ford Escape vs. 1989 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 440 kg more than 1989 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Telstar. 1989 Ford Telstar has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Escape | 1989 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
