1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1989 Ford Aerostar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 170 kg more than 1989 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Aerostar | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Ford | Avanti |
Model | Aerostar | Avanti |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |