1993 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 12 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 291 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
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 (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Bora |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1707 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
