2010 Toyota iQ vs. 1987 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 23 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 5 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Telstar weights approximately 170 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. 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 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota iQ | 1987 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | iQ | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2985 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2520 mm |
