2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 20 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-350 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3030 mm |
