1984 Ford Telstar vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1984 Ford Telstar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Telstar weights approximately 217 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Telstar | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Telstar | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
