1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1989 Ford Aerostar is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 520 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Aerostar | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aerostar | SP |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
