1985 Ford Telstar vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1985 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva weights approximately 280 kg more than 1985 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Telstar. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Telstar has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Telstar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Telstar | 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Telstar | Achieva |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
