1987 Porsche 924 vs. 2000 Rover 75
To start off, 2000 Rover 75 is newer by 13 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 43 more horse power than 2000 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 75 weights approximately 195 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, 2000 Rover 75, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Porsche 924 | 2000 Rover 75 | |
Make | Porsche | Rover |
Model | 924 | 75 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |