1997 Ford Ka vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Ford Ka is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 318 kg more than 1997 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, 1989 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ka | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Accord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
