1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 875 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 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Aerostar | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Aerostar | Titan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3560 mm |
