2003 Ford Ka vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 94 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Ka weights approximately 65 kg more than 1991 Toyota Carina.
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, 1991 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
