2009 Honda Stream vs. 1983 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 26 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. Both 2009 Honda Stream and 1983 Ford Telstar are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 446 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.
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, 2009 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Telstar. 1983 Ford Telstar has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 1983 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Stream | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
