1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1986 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP) has 512 more horse power than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 560 kg more than 1986 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm) has 654 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1986 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | Vantage | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 88 HP |
Torque | 814 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |