2000 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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, 2000 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1989 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
