1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1975 Ford Cortina

To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Telstar weights approximately 235 kg more than 1975 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Ford Cortina 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 1975 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Ford Telstar 1975 Ford Cortina
Make Ford Ford
Model Telstar Cortina
Year Released 1999 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 163 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 91 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1330 mm


 

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