1986 Ford Telstar vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 65 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Telstar | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Telstar | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
