2009 Ford Ka vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
