2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1982 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Telstar (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
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, 2000 Dodge Neon (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1982 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Neon | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1687 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
