1983 Ford Telstar vs. 1989 Lada 2107
To start off, 1989 Lada 2107 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lada 2107 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 Ford Telstar.
Because 1989 Lada 2107 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Lada 2107. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Telstar | 1989 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Telstar | 2107 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
