2009 Ford Ka vs. 1990 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Prelude weights approximately 139 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, 1990 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 1990 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
