1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1996 Ford Aerostar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 77 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |