1979 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 147 kg more than 1979 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Mustang 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 1979 Ford Mustang. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Mustang | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mustang | Bora |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
