1985 Porsche 924 vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 27 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 924. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 977 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 924. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 924. 2012 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1985 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1985 Porsche 924 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 924 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | 924 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2478 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3043 mm |
