1985 Ford Telstar vs. 1983 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1985 Ford Telstar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Soarer (116 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 150 kg more than 1985 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Soarer 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 Toyota Soarer. 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, 1983 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Telstar. 1983 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Telstar has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Telstar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Telstar | 1983 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Telstar | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
