2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1989 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 18 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. Both 2007 Ford Mondeo and 1989 Ford Telstar are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 442 kg more than 1989 Ford Telstar.
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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Telstar. 1989 Ford Telstar has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mondeo | 1989 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mondeo | Telstar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |