1993 Porsche 968 vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 1993 Porsche 968 is newer by 15 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1978 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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 968 | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 968 | 924 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |
