2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1988 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 16 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 96 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1988 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Tribute | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
