1982 Ford Telstar vs. 1983 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 504 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Telstar (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Because 1983 Peugeot 504 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 1983 Peugeot 504. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Telstar | 1983 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Telstar | 504 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |