1999 AC Cobra vs. 1989 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 385 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1989 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3030 mm |