1982 Ford Telstar vs. 2000 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2000 Ford Mondeo is newer by 18 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 6 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 188 kg more than 1982 Ford Telstar.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mondeo. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 2000 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Telstar | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
