2006 Ford Ka vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ka weights approximately 165 kg more than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ka | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
