1995 Porsche 968 vs. 1985 Porsche 924
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 924. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 187 kg more than 1985 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 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 924. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 968 | 1985 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 968 | 924 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
