1993 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 410 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Corolla | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Bora |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1707 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
