2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1988 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1988 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 665 kg more than 1988 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1988 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Land Rover | Ford |
Model | Discovery | Aerostar |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4553 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |