1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2003 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2003 Holden Monaro is newer by 13 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, 2003 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Monaro weights approximately 187 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2003 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Aerostar | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
