1991 Ford Aerostar vs. 1979 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1991 Ford Aerostar is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Fairlane (185 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 20 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, 1979 Ford Fairlane (344 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Aerostar | 1979 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Aerostar | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
