2009 Ford Ka vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 49 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 1989 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ka | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
