1992 Porsche 911 vs. 1974 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 1974 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
