1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1985 Porsche 924
To start off, 1985 Porsche 924 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,478 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 924 (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 924 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1985 Porsche 924 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. 1969 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1985 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1985 Porsche 924 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1985 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Vega | 924 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
