2008 Audi S8 vs. 1989 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 234 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 1989 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S8 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
