1982 Ford Telstar vs. 1983 Zastava 102
To start off, 1983 Zastava 102 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Telstar 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 46 more horse power than 1983 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1983 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Telstar weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 Zastava 102. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 1983 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | Telstar | 102 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2160 mm |
