1983 Ford Telstar vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1983 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Telstar.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Telstar | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Telstar | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
