1982 Ford Telstar vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 17 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 48 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Telstar weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Telstar | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Telstar | Life |
Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |