1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 309 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 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Aerostar | M |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 456 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 | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
