1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 594 kg more than 1987 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
