2012 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1984 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 515 kg more than 1984 Ford Telstar. 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Accord | 1984 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2520 mm |
