2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 482 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 924 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 86.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |