1992 Ford Aerostar vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 20 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 327 kg more than 1992 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Aerostar | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Aerostar | GT-R |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 607 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2779 mm |