1975 Porsche 924 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 35 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 2,000 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 614 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Porsche 924 | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 924 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2919 mm |