1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1991 Ford Aerostar
To start off, both 1991 Chevrolet Nova and 1991 Ford Aerostar were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 28 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Nova | 1991 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Nova | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |