1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1996 Honda Today

To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 6 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 107 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 705 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ford Aerostar 1996 Honda Today
Make Ford Honda
Model Aerostar Today
Year Released 1990 1996
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3973 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 154 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1415 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1400 mm


 

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