1980 Audi 200 vs. 1999 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Telstar weights approximately 9 kg more than 1980 Audi 200.
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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1999 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 200 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
