2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 924. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1221 kg more than 1980 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 924. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 924. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1980 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 | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Silverado | 924 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |