1986 Ford Aerostar vs. 1978 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1986 Ford Aerostar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden Sunbird (96 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 250 kg more than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
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 Ford Aerostar (160 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm). This means 1986 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Aerostar | 1978 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Aerostar | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
