1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 156 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Aerostar | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3050 mm |
