1987 Ford Taurus vs. 1992 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1992 Ford Aerostar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 Ford Aerostar.
Because 1992 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Ford Taurus (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Taurus | 1992 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Taurus | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3030 mm |