2006 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 28 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 924 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (162 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 1978 Porsche 924 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | 924 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
