1985 Ford Telstar vs. 1975 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1985 Ford Telstar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Telstar weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Because 1975 Toyota Carina 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 1975 Toyota Carina. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Telstar | 1975 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Telstar | Carina |
Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |