2011 Ford Ka vs. 1988 Honda Integra
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Integra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 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, 1988 Honda Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Ka | 1988 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Integra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
