1978 Porsche 924 vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 924 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Camry. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 300 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, 2011 Toyota Camry, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 924 | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 924 | Camry |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |