1978 Porsche 924 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 526 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 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924. 2011 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 924 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 924 | Venza |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |