1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 42 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1970 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Falcon (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (236 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Falcon | Bora |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1716 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
