1986 Fiat Croma vs. 1986 Ford Telstar
To start off, both 1986 Fiat Croma and 1986 Ford Telstar were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 94 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Croma weights approximately 255 kg more than 1986 Ford Telstar.
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, 1986 Ford Telstar (159 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (84 Nm). This means 1986 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 1986 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
