1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 1989 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1989 Ford Aerostar is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 90 kg more than 1958 AC 2-Litre. 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, 1989 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC 2-Litre | 1989 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | 2-Litre | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3030 mm |