1992 Nissan Presea vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Presea. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 290 kg more than 1992 Nissan Presea. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Presea. 2008 Volkswagen Bora has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan Presea has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan Presea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Nissan Presea 2008 Volkswagen Bora
Make Nissan Volkswagen
Model Presea Bora
Year Released 1992 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1497 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 93 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2520 mm


 

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