1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (170 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 204 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Aerostar | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
