1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1989 Ford Aerostar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 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 64 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 500 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Aerostar | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Aerostar | 616 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |
