1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1996 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1996 Ford Aerostar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 190 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Conquest.
Because 1996 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 1996 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Conquest | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
