1996 Skoda Octavia vs. 1988 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 195 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia. 1988 Ford Telstar has automatic transmission and 1996 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1996 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Skoda Octavia | 1988 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Skoda | Ford |
Model | Octavia | Telstar |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |