1986 Ford Telstar vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 19 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 20 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 210 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Telstar | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Telstar | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
