2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 902 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
| Model | Defender | 924 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
