1993 Ford Aerostar vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 18 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, 2011 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 445 kg more than 1993 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Aerostar | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Aerostar | Antara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
