1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 21 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Opel Insignia, 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Aerostar | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2737 mm |
