1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 68 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 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ford Aerostar 2010 Subaru Legacy
Make Ford Subaru
Model Aerostar Legacy
Year Released 1990 2010
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3973 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 154 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1415 kg 1483 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4735 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1506 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2751 mm


 

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