2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1979 Porsche 924
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 924 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 273 kg more than 1979 Porsche 924.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 1979 Porsche 924 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 1979 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Tucson | 924 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 84 L |
