1998 Ford Ka vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Ford Ka is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 305 kg more than 1998 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Ka | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ka | Carina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |