1983 Ford Telstar vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Ford Telstar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Telstar weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Telstar | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Telstar | Corolla |
Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
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 | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |