1982 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1990 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1990 Ford Telstar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Telstar weights approximately 70 kg more than 1982 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Pontiac 1000 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 1982 Pontiac 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac 1000. 1990 Ford Telstar has automatic transmission and 1982 Pontiac 1000 has manual transmission. 1982 Pontiac 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Pontiac 1000 | 1990 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | 1000 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
