1986 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Telstar (94 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Telstar weights approximately 135 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. 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, 1983 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1983 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
