1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 1998 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 484 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Porsche 924 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Intrepid | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Intrepid | 924 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
