1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 1979 Volvo 265
To start off, 1994 Ford Aerostar is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 115 kg more than 1979 Volvo 265.
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, 1979 Volvo 265 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aerostar | 1979 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Aerostar | 265 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
