1989 Ford Telstar vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1989 Ford Telstar is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Camry weights approximately 100 kg more than 1989 Ford Telstar.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Telstar | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Telstar | Camry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
