1980 Ford Falcon vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1987 Ford Aerostar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 Ford Falcon. 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, 1980 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Falcon | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
