1996 Ford Ka vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 649 kg more than 1996 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Supra 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 1988 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Supra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
