1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z 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 117 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 890 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Honda Z, 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 Ford Aerostar (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Aerostar | Z |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2010 mm |
