1982 Ford Telstar vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1982 Ford Telstar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Telstar (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Because 1979 Isuzu 117 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 1979 Isuzu 117. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Telstar | 117 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
