2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1988 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 19 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1988 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Aerostar.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 1988 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Acadia | Aerostar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |