1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2000 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (98 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 415 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 2000 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Festiva | Bora |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |