1992 Ford Aerostar vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra 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, 1992 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 61 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra, 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 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Aerostar | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Aerostar | Sentra |
| 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 | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2685 mm |
