1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Aerostar | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
