1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1989 Ford Aerostar is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Aerostar (143 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 435 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1989 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Aerostar | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aerostar | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
