1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2010 Renault Grand Scenic 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 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 97 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, 2010 Renault Grand Scenic, 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2010 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Aerostar | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
