2002 Nissan Quest vs. 1990 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2002 Nissan Quest is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Quest (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 790 kg more than 1990 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 Nissan Quest (271 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Quest | 1990 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Quest | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
