1996 Toyota Supra vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Supra weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. 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 1996 Toyota Supra. 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, 1996 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Supra | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Supra | Bora |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
