1968 Datsun 1800 vs. 1996 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1996 Ford Aerostar is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Datsun 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Datsun 1800 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Datsun 1800. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1968 Datsun 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 549 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800. 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, 1996 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Datsun 1800. (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Datsun 1800 | 1996 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Datsun | Ford |
| Model | 1800 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
