2002 Ford Ka vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2002 Ford Ka is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Camry weights approximately 69 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
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, 2002 Ford Ka (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
