2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1988 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,987 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1988 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 1988 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | E | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
