1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 340 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Bora |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
