2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 65 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1990 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Aerostar |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |