1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 21 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 346 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Aerostar | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Aerostar | CTS |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |