1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 1970 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1994 Ford Aerostar is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 155 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro.
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, 1970 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aerostar | 1970 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Aerostar | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
