1995 Toyota Celica vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (169 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 330 kg more than 1995 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Celica | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Bora |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
