1984 Ford Tempo vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 85 kg more than 1984 Ford Tempo.
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, 1984 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (133 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Tempo | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Tempo | Bora |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |