1990 Porsche 928 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 928 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 928 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
