1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord, 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, 1994 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aerostar | 1996 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Aerostar | Accord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
