2011 Nissan Xterra vs. 1989 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1989 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 852 kg more than 1989 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Xterra | 1989 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Xterra | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1882 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4539 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1902 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
