2009 Ford Ka vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 164 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, 1998 Honda Accord (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
