1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 7 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 110 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, 1996 Lancia Kappa, 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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Aerostar | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Aerostar | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
