1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar

To start off, both 1990 Dodge Spirit and 1990 Ford Aerostar were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 94 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.

Because 1990 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 1990 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Dodge Spirit 1990 Ford Aerostar
Make Dodge Ford
Model Spirit Aerostar
Year Released 1990 1990
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2211 cc 2977 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 150 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1316 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 3030 mm


 

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