1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2.
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, 1989 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Aerostar | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Aerostar | MR2 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |