1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 19 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Aerostar | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Aerostar | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3240 mm |