1982 Ford Telstar vs. 2009 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 27 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1982 Ford Telstar. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 650 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 2009 Maserati GranSport 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 2009 Maserati GranSport. 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Telstar. 2009 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Telstar has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Telstar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 2009 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Telstar | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
