1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (141 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 439 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Aerostar | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |
