1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2007 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda FR-V 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 5 more horse power than 2007 Honda FR-V. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 32 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
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, 2007 Honda FR-V, 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2007 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Aerostar | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |
