1982 Ford Telstar vs. 1968 Honda S800
To start off, 1982 Ford Telstar is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Telstar (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Telstar weights approximately 316 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Honda S800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Telstar | 1968 Honda S800 | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Telstar | S800 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |