1993 Ford Aerostar vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (164 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aerostar.
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, 1993 Ford Aerostar (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Aerostar | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Aerostar | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
