1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 1996 Volvo S40 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 50 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 Volvo S40. 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, 1996 Volvo S40, 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Aerostar | S40 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
