1987 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 217 kg more than 2010 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ka, 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 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Crown | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Crown | Ka |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
