1971 Dodge Dart vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1971 Dodge Dart 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 1971 Dodge Dart. 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, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Dodge Dart | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dart | Bora |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |