2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 27 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 914 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1978 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1978 Porsche 924 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Silverado | 924 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 86.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |