1983 Ford Telstar vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 315 kg more than 1983 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Telstar | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Telstar | Passat |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
