1999 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1979 Porsche 924
To start off, 1999 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 924 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (184 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 279 kg more than 1979 Porsche 924.
Because 1999 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (290 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Porsche 924. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Wrangler | 1979 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Wrangler | 924 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 84 L |
