1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 115 kg more than 1971 Rover 2000. 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Aerostar | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
