1970 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 177 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri.
Because 1970 Ford Capri 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 1970 Ford Capri. 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, 1970 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Capri | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Capri | Bora |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |