2008 Rover 45 vs. 1986 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1986 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, 2008 Rover 45 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 45 | 1986 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | 45 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
