2008 Ford Ka vs. 1994 Honda CRX
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda CRX weights approximately 88 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, 1994 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 1994 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | CRX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
