1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 23 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 243 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 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Aerostar | Outback |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
