1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Aerostar 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 36 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 203 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Aerostar | 626 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
