1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 11 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 515 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 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Aerostar | 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Aerostar | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |