1994 Toyota Carina vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 170 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Carina | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Carina | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3030 mm |