1978 Porsche 924 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 924 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 65 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924.
Because 1978 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 1978 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1978 Porsche 924 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 924 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 924 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
