1975 Porsche 924 vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 924 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 924 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
