1982 Ford Telstar vs. 2000 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2000 Toyota Altezza 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 21 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Altezza. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 584 kg more than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Because 2000 Toyota Altezza 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, 2000 Toyota Altezza 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, 2000 Toyota Altezza (610 Nm) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 2000 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Telstar | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
