1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 14 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aerostar | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Aerostar | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2540 mm |
