1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 460. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 170 kg more than 1995 Volvo 460. 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, 1995 Volvo 460 (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Bora | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Bora | 460 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
