1992 Ford Aerostar vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2001 Volvo S80 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Aerostar 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 5 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo S80 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Ford Aerostar.
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, 2001 Volvo S80, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Aerostar | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Aerostar | S80 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
