1975 Toyota Century vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (98 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Century weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Century 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 1975 Toyota Century. 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, 1975 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Century | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Century | Bora |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |