1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (163 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 255 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944.
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 (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Aerostar | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Aerostar | 944 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3973 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |