1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Aerostar 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 31 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110. 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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Aerostar | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Aerostar | 3110 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
