1997 Ford Aerostar vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Ford Aerostar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 380 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Aerostar | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Aerostar | Carina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
