1992 Ford Aerostar vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1992 Ford Aerostar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica 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 25 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 230 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Aerostar | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Aerostar | Celica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
