1982 Ford Telstar vs. 1991 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1991 Toyota Starlet 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, 1982 Ford Telstar (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Telstar weights approximately 300 kg more than 1991 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 1991 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Telstar | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
