2009 Mazda 6 vs. 1990 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 2,488 cc, 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1990 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 1990 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 6 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
