1965 Holden FB Special vs. 1986 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1986 Ford Aerostar is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Aerostar (88 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 310 kg more than 1965 Holden FB Special. 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, 1965 Holden FB Special (163 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 1965 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden FB Special | 1986 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | FB Special | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |
