1996 Ford Aerostar vs. 1985 Toyota Century
To start off, 1996 Ford Aerostar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Century weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 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, 1985 Toyota Century (290 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Aerostar | 1985 Toyota Century | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Aerostar | Century |
Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |