1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 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) has 87 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 555 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Aerostar (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Aerostar | 9 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
