1992 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Telstar would be higher. Both 1992 Ford Escort and 1983 Ford Telstar are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1983 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 94 kg more than 1983 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, 1992 Ford Escort (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1983 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
