1975 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Aerostar (88 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 410 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. 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, 1987 Ford Aerostar (160 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corona | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
