1964 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1964 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 521 kg more than 1964 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Cortina | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cortina | Bora |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
