1991 Ford Aerostar vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1991 Ford Aerostar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 175 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore.
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, 1986 Holden Commodore (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Aerostar | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Aerostar | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
