1975 Porsche 924 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 34 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. Both 1975 Porsche 924 and 2009 Volkswagen Jetta are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 924 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Porsche 924 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 924 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |