2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1990 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 18 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 25 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 355 kg more than 1990 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, 2008 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Telstar. 1990 Ford Telstar has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1990 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
