1991 Ford Aerostar vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 1991 Ford Aerostar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Volvo 760.
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 Volvo 760 (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Aerostar | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Aerostar | 760 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
