2008 Acura RDX vs. 1989 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 19 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. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1989 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 420 kg more than 1989 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX 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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 1989 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RDX | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
