1983 Ford Telstar vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Ford Telstar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Ford Telstar.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 1978 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Telstar has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Telstar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Telstar | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Telstar | Corona |
Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |