1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1997 Ford Aerostar is newer by 36 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 94 more horse power than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 115 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
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 | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1515 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 |