2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 1987 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 345 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 1987 Ford Telstar has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Yaris | 1987 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Yaris | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
