2012 Ford F-150 vs. 1988 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 24 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1988 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1257 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.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 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 2012 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-150 | 1988 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2287 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2520 mm |
