2005 Ford Ka vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 162 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 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
