1993 Ford Aerostar vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 19 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 650 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 1993 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 1993 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Aerostar | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Aerostar | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3000 mm |