1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 1990 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Model F. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Model F. 1990 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Bora | 1990 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Bora | Model F |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |
