1987 Ford Telstar vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1987 Ford Telstar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (88 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Telstar weights approximately 75 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Telstar | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Telstar | Carina |
Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |