1998 Ford Telstar vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1998 Ford Telstar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Telstar weights approximately 65 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Telstar | 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Telstar | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
