1989 Audi 100 vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 924 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924.
Because 1978 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 1978 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100, 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 100 | 924 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
