1982 Ford Telstar vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 1998 Venturi 400 is newer by 16 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1982 Ford Telstar. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi 400 weights approximately 120 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.
Because 1998 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Venturi |
| Model | Telstar | 400 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
