1984 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1986 Ford Telstar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Telstar weights approximately 160 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Escort | 1986 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Telstar |
Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |