2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP) has 222 more horse power than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 444 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
