1995 Porsche 911 vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 924. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 171 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.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 924. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 911 | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 924 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1270 mm |
