2009 Ford Flex vs. 1990 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 19 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1990 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Telstar weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Telstar. 2009 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Telstar has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Telstar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 1990 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Flex | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
