1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1988 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1988 Ford Aerostar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1988 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 290 kg more than 1988 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 1988 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3030 mm |
