2004 Ford Ka vs. 1993 Honda Integra
To start off, 2004 Ford Ka is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ka weights approximately 122 kg more than 1993 Honda Integra.
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, 2004 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ka | 1993 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Integra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
