1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 16 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 381 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.
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, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Aerostar | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Aerostar | M |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |