2010 Smart ForTwo vs. 1986 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Telstar weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 1986 Ford Telstar has automatic transmission and 2010 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2010 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Smart ForTwo | 1986 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Smart | Ford |
| Model | ForTwo | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2695 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2520 mm |
