1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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, 1989 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 606 kg more than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
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 Mercedes-Benz Vito, 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Aerostar | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aerostar | Vito |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
