1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 10 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 95 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, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Aerostar | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Aerostar | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
