1989 Audi 100 vs. 1982 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,370 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Telstar (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1982 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, 1989 Audi 100 (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1982 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2370 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
