1989 Ford Telstar vs. 1997 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1997 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 8 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 41 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Telstar weights approximately 178 kg more than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Telstar | 1997 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Telstar | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
