1985 Ford Capri vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1985 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 405 kg more than 1985 Ford Capri. 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Capri | 1990 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3030 mm |
