1985 Ford Telstar vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1985 Ford Telstar is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Telstar weights approximately 190 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Because 1963 Ford Cortina 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 1963 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Telstar | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Telstar | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
