1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 2 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 155 | Bora |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |