1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 22 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, 2011 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 97 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 1989 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Aerostar | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Aerostar | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2649 mm |
