2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1990 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Telstar weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 1990 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1990 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | YRV | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
