1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 16 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 691 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 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Aerostar | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
