1996 Toyota Cresta vs. 1984 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1984 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 388 kg more than 1984 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 1996 Toyota Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Cresta | 1984 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Cresta | Telstar |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |