1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1994 Ford Aerostar is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (200 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 61 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
