1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 14 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, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 96 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.
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, 2004 Honda Element, 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) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Aerostar | Element |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
