2008 Ford Ka vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 139 kg more than 2008 Ford Ka.
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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
