2009 Audi S5 vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2009 Audi S5 is newer by 22 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S5 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1987 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 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, 2009 Audi S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S5 | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S5 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 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 | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
