1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 6 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Camaro | Bora |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |