1980 Porsche 924 vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 924 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 671 kg more than 1980 Porsche 924.
Because 1980 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 1980 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (311 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 924. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Porsche 924 | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Porsche | Chrysler |
| Model | 924 | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
