1982 Ford Telstar vs. 2007 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 Ford Telstar. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 2007 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Telstar | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
