2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 924 (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 215 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Wrangler | 924 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
