1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 35 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Ford Ka (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 2010 Ford Ka | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Concerto | Ka |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |