2005 Audi A2 vs. 1986 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Telstar weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. 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, 1986 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 1986 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A2 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 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 |
