1979 Porsche 924 vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 1995 Rover 600 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 924 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1995 Rover 600. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 600 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1979 Porsche 924.
Because 1979 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 1979 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600, 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, 1979 Porsche 924 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 600. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Porsche 924 | 1995 Rover 600 | |
Make | Porsche | Rover |
Model | 924 | 600 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |