1982 Ford Telstar vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Ford Telstar. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Telstar weights approximately 160 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Telstar | 100 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
