1982 Ford Telstar vs. 2007 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Bolero 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 2,498 cc, 2007 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Bolero (100 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Ford Telstar. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Bolero should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 735 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mahindra Bolero (236 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 2007 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Telstar | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3020 mm |
