1982 Ford Telstar vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 14 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) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 50 kg more than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Telstar | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
