1989 Ford Telstar vs. 1993 Lada Samara
To start off, 1993 Lada Samara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Telstar weights approximately 110 kg more than 1993 Lada Samara. 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, 1989 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Telstar | 1993 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Telstar | Samara |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
