1996 Ford Ka vs. 1993 Honda CRX
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda CRX weights approximately 142 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.
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, 1993 Honda CRX (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 1993 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | CRX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
