1983 Toyota Camry vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 384 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Camry | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Camry | Bora |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |