2004 Honda Element vs. 1987 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 17 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 507 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, 2004 Honda Element (220 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1987 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Element | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
