1975 Porsche 924 vs. 2000 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2000 Toyota Sienna is newer by 25 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 619 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.
Because 1975 Porsche 924 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 924 | 2000 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 924 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
