1983 Ford Telstar vs. 1996 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 420 kg more than 1983 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Telstar. 1996 Honda Step Wagon 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. 1996 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Telstar | 1996 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Telstar | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
