2008 Volkswagen Bora vs. 1987 Honda Integra
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 353 kg more than 1987 Honda Integra. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Bora | 1987 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Bora | Integra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1373 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
