1992 Ford Aerostar vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Aerostar | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aerostar | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2649 mm |
