1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1995 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1995 Ford Aerostar is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Aerostar (134 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 65 kg more than 1995 Ford Aerostar.
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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1995 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
