1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Ford Aerostar

To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Corvette and 1996 Ford Aerostar were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.

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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aerostar.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Corvette 1996 Ford Aerostar
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Corvette Aerostar
Year Released 1996 1996
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 2979 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 330 HP 133 HP
Torque 461 Nm 217 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 3030 mm


 

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