1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Aerostar | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Aerostar | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |