1982 Ford Telstar vs. 1994 Volvo 440
To start off, 1994 Volvo 440 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Ford Telstar. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 440 weights approximately 60 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 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 1994 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Telstar | 440 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
