1978 Porsche 924 vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 33 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 675 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924. 2011 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1978 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1978 Porsche 924 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 924 | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Porsche | Opel |
| Model | 924 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
