1991 Ford Aerostar vs. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1991 Ford Aerostar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Aerostar | 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Aerostar | Corvette |
Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |