1996 Ford Aerostar vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, both 1996 Ford Aerostar and 1996 Mazda 121 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 451 kg more than 1996 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 121, 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, 1996 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Aerostar | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Aerostar | 121 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |