2008 Ford Ka vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 439 kg more than 2008 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Ka | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
