1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 924. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 671 kg more than 1980 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 924. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 924. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 924 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Caprice | 924 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
