1995 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka.
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, 1995 Ford Escort (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Ka |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
