2003 Honda Stream vs. 1987 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2003 Honda Stream is newer by 16 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, 2003 Honda Stream (127 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Stream weights approximately 280 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, 1987 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Stream. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Stream. 1987 Ford Telstar has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Stream | 1987 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Stream | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
