1982 Ford Telstar vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 25 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Telstar (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 755 kg more than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Because 2007 Kia Pregio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Telstar | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Telstar | Pregio |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |