1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 8 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 20 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 171 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus. 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, 1998 Ford Focus, 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Aerostar | Focus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
