2004 Ford Ka vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2004 Ford Ka is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 439 kg more than 2004 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ka | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Ka | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
