1982 Ford Telstar vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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. Both 1982 Ford Telstar and 2009 SsangYong Actyon are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Ford Telstar. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 742 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.
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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Telstar | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
