1995 Ford Aerostar vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1995 Ford Aerostar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (134 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 81 kg more than 1995 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Aerostar | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Aerostar | Firebird |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |