1993 Ford Aerostar vs. 1986 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1993 Ford Aerostar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Fiero 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 3 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 198 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1993 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Aerostar | 1986 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Aerostar | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |
