1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 20 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1127 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Aerostar | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3340 mm |
