1973 Bitter CD vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1987 Ford Aerostar is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bitter CD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bitter CD would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bitter CD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bitter CD (226 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 314 kg more than 1987 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | CD | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
