1983 Ford Telstar vs. 1998 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1998 Nissan Crew is newer by 15 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. Both 1983 Ford Telstar and 1998 Nissan Crew are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Crew (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Crew weights approximately 210 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 1998 Nissan Crew 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 1998 Nissan Crew. 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, 1998 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Telstar | 1998 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Telstar | Crew |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
