1989 Ford Telstar vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 21 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1989 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 540 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.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Telstar | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Telstar | A3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
