1992 Ford Aerostar vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1992 Ford Aerostar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 295 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado, 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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Aerostar | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Aerostar | Corrado |
Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |