2001 Holden Zafira vs. 1985 Porsche 924
To start off, 2001 Holden Zafira is newer by 16 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 2,478 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 924 (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Zafira weights approximately 247 kg more than 1985 Porsche 924.
Because 1985 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 1985 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Holden Zafira, 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, 2001 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 924. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Zafira | 1985 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Zafira | 924 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
