1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 15 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, 2004 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 90 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 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 1989 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Aerostar | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Aerostar | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
