1985 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1988 Ford Telstar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Ford Telstar. 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Telstar. 1988 Ford Telstar has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 1988 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Telstar |
Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |