1982 Ford Telstar vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Telstar (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 770 kg more than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Telstar | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Telstar | Sumo |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2425 mm |