1975 Porsche 924 vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 38 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 924 (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 270 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, 2013 Acura ILX, 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, 2013 Acura ILX (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 924 | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Porsche | Acura |
| Model | 924 | ILX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
