1978 Porsche 924 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 30 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 24 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 393 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 924 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 924 | Touran |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 177 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 | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |