1985 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (169 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 345 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Bora |
Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |