1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 15 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. 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 (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Aerostar | P4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
