1997 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Accord 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 35 more horse power than 1997 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Honda Accord. 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 1997 Honda Accord. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Accord | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Bora |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
