1982 Ford Telstar vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 15 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, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Ford Telstar. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 95 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, 1982 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Telstar | Carina |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
