1975 Ford Torino vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1987 Ford Aerostar is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Torino (95 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 240 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Torino | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
