1982 Ford Telstar vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 30 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Telstar (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2.
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, 1982 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Telstar | 2 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2489 mm |
