2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (164 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Express | 924 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
