1982 Ford Telstar vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 10 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, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Ford Telstar. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 125 kg more than 1982 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Telstar | Escort |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
