2010 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1986 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1986 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1226 kg more than 1986 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1986 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | ML | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2256 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2913 mm | 2520 mm |
