1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Telstar weights approximately 450 kg more than 1981 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Telstar | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
