1983 Holden Commodore vs. 1990 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1990 Ford Telstar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Commodore 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 16 more horse power than 1983 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Commodore weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Ford Telstar.
Because 1983 Holden Commodore 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 1983 Holden Commodore. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Commodore. 1990 Ford Telstar has automatic transmission and 1983 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1983 Holden Commodore 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:
| 1983 Holden Commodore | 1990 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Commodore | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1891 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
