1990 Toyota Century vs. 1986 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1990 Toyota Century is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Century (153 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Century weights approximately 390 kg more than 1986 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, 1990 Toyota Century (289 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 1990 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Century | 1986 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Century | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3030 mm |
