1992 Ford Aerostar vs. 2003 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2003 TVR Chimaera is newer by 11 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 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 TVR Chimaera.
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, 2003 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Aerostar | 2003 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Aerostar | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
