1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa 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 95 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Telstar weights approximately 460 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Telstar | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
