1978 Porsche 924 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 337 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 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 Volkswagen CC, 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 924 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 924 | CC |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
