1982 Ford Telstar vs. 1994 Rover 800
To start off, 1994 Rover 800 is newer by 12 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1982 Ford Telstar. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 800 weights approximately 494 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.
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, 1994 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 1994 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Telstar | 800 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
