1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Bora |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
