2005 Ford Ka vs. 1993 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 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, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 1993 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Ka | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
