1985 Ford Telstar vs. 2007 Ford GT 500
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1985 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford GT 500 weights approximately 490 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 2007 Ford GT 500 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 2007 Ford GT 500. 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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Telstar | 2007 Ford GT 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Telstar | GT 500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
