1984 Ford Telstar vs. 1968 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1984 Ford Telstar is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1984 Ford Telstar.
Because 1968 Skoda 1202 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 1968 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Telstar | 1968 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Telstar | 1202 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |