1985 Ford Telstar vs. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 26 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 467 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, 1985 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Telstar | 2011 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Telstar | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
