1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Aerostar | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.8 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
