1999 Ford Expedition vs. 1983 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1983 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1983 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 1983 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
