1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 22 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 918 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Aerostar | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Aerostar | Durango |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3043 mm |