1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 1961 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1994 Ford Aerostar is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 575 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 1994 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aerostar | 1961 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Aerostar | Victor |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
