1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2008 Ford E-250
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 18 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 308 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2008 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Aerostar | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3510 mm |
