1990 Ford Telstar vs. 2004 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 58 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. 2004 Daewoo Kalos has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Telstar has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Telstar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Telstar | 2004 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Ford | Daewoo |
Model | Telstar | Kalos |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |