2010 Renault Espace vs. 1988 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2010 Renault Espace is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1988 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Espace weights approximately 785 kg more than 1988 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, 2010 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Espace | 1988 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Espace | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |
