2002 Honda Legend vs. 1989 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2002 Honda Legend 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1989 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Legend weights approximately 640 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.
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, 2002 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Legend | 1989 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Legend | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
