1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Carina 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 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 335 kg more than 1984 Toyota Carina. 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, 1984 Toyota Carina, 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Carina. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Aerostar | Carina |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
