1982 Ford Telstar vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Ford Telstar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Telstar (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Telstar weights approximately 205 kg more than 1980 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Telstar | L |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
