1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger 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 16 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger weights approximately 395 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger 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 Mitsubishi Challenger 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aerostar | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
