1984 Ford Telstar vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 448 kg more than 1984 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Telstar | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Telstar | Clio |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
