1993 Ford Aerostar vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 1993 Ford Aerostar is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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, 1993 Ford Aerostar (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Aerostar | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Aerostar | GT |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
