1989 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Mustang | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Bora |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |