1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 1999 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1999 Lotus Elise is newer by 10 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, 1989 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Lotus Elise. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 702 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Aerostar | 1999 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Aerostar | Elise |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2310 mm |
