1978 Porsche 924 vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 717 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 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 924 | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 924 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
