1987 Renault 5 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 422 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Renault 5 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 5 | Bora |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |