1991 Ford Aerostar vs. 1991 Renault Express

To start off, both 1991 Ford Aerostar and 1991 Renault Express were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 590 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Ford Aerostar 1991 Renault Express
Make Ford Renault
Model Aerostar Express
Year Released 1991 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 1106 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 143 HP 45 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 79 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88.9 mm 70 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.7 mm 72 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2590 mm


 

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