1982 Ford Telstar vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1982 Ford Telstar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Ford Telstar. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 205 kg more than 1982 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Granada 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 1981 Ford Granada. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Telstar | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Telstar | Granada |
Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |