1981 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 235 kg more than 1981 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Cortina 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 1981 Ford Cortina. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Cortina | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Cortina | Bora |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |