2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 633 kg more than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Because 1987 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Jazz | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
