2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 970 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1990 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Aerostar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3030 mm |