1965 Toyota Sport 800 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (48 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 614 kg more than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1965 Toyota Sport 800 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 1965 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (72 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. 2001 Volkswagen Bora has automatic transmission and 1965 Toyota Sport 800 has manual transmission. 1965 Toyota Sport 800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Toyota Sport 800 2001 Volkswagen Bora
Make Toyota Volkswagen
Model Sport 800 Bora
Year Released 1965 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 790 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 48 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 72 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.1 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72.9 mm 86.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 581 kg 1195 kg
Vehicle Length 3590 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 55 L