1987 Porsche 924 vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1997 Toyota Venture is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 924 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 145 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924.
Because 1987 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 1987 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Venture, 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, 1987 Porsche 924 (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Porsche 924 | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 924 | Venture |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1810 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |