2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (270 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3030 mm |
