1978 Porsche 924 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 35 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1135 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 924 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 924 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2895 mm |
