1983 Talbot 1510 vs. 1985 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1985 Ford Telstar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Telstar (94 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Talbot 1510. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1985 Ford Telstar.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot 1510. (122 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot 1510. 1985 Ford Telstar has automatic transmission and 1983 Talbot 1510 has manual transmission. 1983 Talbot 1510 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot 1510 | 1985 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Talbot | Ford |
| Model | 1510 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
