1978 Porsche 924 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 75 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 RAV4, 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 (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 924 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 924 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 175 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 | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |