1983 Ford Telstar vs. 2006 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige is newer by 23 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, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Telstar weights approximately 114 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Because 2006 Lotus Exige 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 2006 Lotus Exige. 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, 2006 Lotus Exige (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Telstar | 2006 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Telstar | Exige |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
