1986 Ford Aerostar vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1986 Ford Aerostar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP) has 208 more horse power than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 340 kg more than 1986 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Aerostar | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Aerostar | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
