1999 Audi A2 vs. 1985 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1999 Audi A2 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A2 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1985 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Telstar weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Audi A2.
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, 1999 Audi A2 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 1985 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A2 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
