1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus is newer by 23 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 625 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, 2012 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Aerostar | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Aerostar | Equus |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5159 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3045 mm |