1986 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1987 Ford Telstar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Telstar weights approximately 160 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, 1987 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 1987 Ford Telstar has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1987 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
