2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 23 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, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 271 kg more than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1987 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1139 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3995 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2329 mm | 3030 mm |
