1992 Ford Aerostar vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1992 Ford Aerostar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry 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 54 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 560 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Aerostar | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Aerostar | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |
