1982 Ford Telstar vs. 2005 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 23 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 8 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 245 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 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 2005 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Telstar | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| 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 | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
