2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 29 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 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 924. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 246 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 924. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Cayman | 924 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 1983 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.3 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
