1983 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 426 kg more than 1983 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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 (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Bora |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
