1992 Ford Aerostar vs. 1977 Ford 2000
To start off, 1992 Ford Aerostar is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 78 kg more than 1977 Ford 2000. 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 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Aerostar | 1977 Ford 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Aerostar | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
