2011 Infiniti M vs. 1990 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1990 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 797 kg more than 1990 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti M 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 2011 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Infiniti M | 1990 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Infiniti | Ford |
Model | M | Telstar |
Year Released | 2011 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2520 mm |