1982 Ford Telstar vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Ford Telstar. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 300 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 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Telstar | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
