1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 467 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aerostar | Citi |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
