2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1985 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1985 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 930 kg more than 1985 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1985 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
