2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (283 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1354 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (164 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
| Model | Range Rover | 924 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
