2009 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1987 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1987 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 630 kg more than 1987 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Passat | 1987 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Passat | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
