1979 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1992 Ford Aerostar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 535 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. 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, 1992 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 1992 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |