2011 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 24 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 30 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 32 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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai, 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Qashqai | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Qashqai | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3030 mm |
