1966 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 119 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Because 1966 Ford Mustang 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 1966 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (170 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
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1966 Ford Mustang | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Bora |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6385 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |