2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 16 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
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, 1987 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Roadster | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |
