1979 Porsche 924 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 29 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 924 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 176 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora, 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 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Porsche 924 | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 924 | Bora |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 55 L |