1992 Chrysler Viper vs. 1996 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1996 Ford Aerostar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 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, 1992 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Viper | 1996 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
