1989 Ford Telstar vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 19 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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Ford Telstar. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Telstar | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Telstar | Polo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
