1995 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 12 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1995 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Mustang | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mustang | Bora |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
