1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Bora |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
