2007 Ford Ka vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 247 kg more than 2007 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, 1989 Honda Accord (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
