1996 Ford Ka vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 446 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
