2012 Opel Combo vs. 1990 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
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, 1990 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo. 1990 Ford Telstar has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Combo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Opel Combo | 1990 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Combo | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1990 |
| 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 | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
