2000 Ford Equator vs. 1982 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2000 Ford Equator 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, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Ford Telstar. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Equator weights approximately 178 kg more than 1982 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Equator (160 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 1982 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Equator | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1030 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2520 mm |
