1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1992 Dodge Spirit is newer by 2 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, 1992 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 94 kg more than 1992 Dodge Spirit.
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, 1992 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1992 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Spirit | 1990 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
