1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1991 Ford Aerostar

To start off, both 1991 Ford Fairlane and 1991 Ford Aerostar were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 186 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Aerostar.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Ford Fairlane 1991 Ford Aerostar
Make Ford Ford
Model Fairlane Aerostar
Year Released 1991 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3949 cc 2979 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 161 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1596 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 3030 mm


 

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