2008 Ford Ka vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 180 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, 1995 Ford Escort (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ka | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
