1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1987 Ford Aerostar is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 465 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1987 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3030 mm |
