1992 Ford Aerostar vs. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1992 Ford Aerostar is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 390 kg more than 1992 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, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Aerostar | 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Aerostar | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 6545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |