1982 Ford Telstar vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 31 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Ford Telstar. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 402 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 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Telstar. 2013 Kia Sportage 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. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Telstar | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
