1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1982 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 Ford Telstar. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 675 kg more than 1982 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Telstar. 1982 Ford Telstar has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Voyager | 1982 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Plymouth | Ford |
| Model | Voyager | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
