1985 Porsche 924 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 924. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 463 kg more than 1985 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Rover 75 (418 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 924. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 924 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 924 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2478 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
