1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1988 Ford Aerostar is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1988 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 10 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3030 mm |