1987 Ford Telstar vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Telstar 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 31 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 150 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Telstar | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Telstar | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
