1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 MG TD would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 534 kg more than 1949 MG TD. 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Aerostar | TD |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2390 mm |
