1987 Ford Aerostar vs. 1988 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1988 Ford Aerostar is newer by 1 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Aerostar (143 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
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, 1988 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 1988 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Aerostar | 1988 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Aerostar | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
