2008 Ford GT vs. 1989 Ford Aerostar

To start off, 2008 Ford GT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Aerostar.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford GT 1989 Ford Aerostar
Make Ford Ford
Model GT Aerostar
Year Released 2008 1989
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 2979 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 493 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.2 mm 88.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 105.8 mm 78.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3030 mm


 

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