1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 19 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 37 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 46 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, 2009 Honda Fit, 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Aerostar | 2009 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Aerostar | Fit |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3973 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |