1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 5 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 327 kg more than 1989 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Aerostar | 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Aerostar | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2900 mm |
