2005 Volkswagen Bora vs. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. Both 2005 Volkswagen Bora and 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 404 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. (146 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Bora | 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bora | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 927 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
