1998 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Passat (101 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 85 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (133 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volkswagen Passat | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat | Bora |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
