1982 Ford Telstar vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 21 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. Both 1982 Ford Telstar and 2003 Toyota Avensis are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Ford Telstar. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 265 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Telstar. 2003 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Telstar has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Telstar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Telstar | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
