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Porsche 924 Turbo

General information

ModelPorsche 924 Turbo
Year1980
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating57.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1983 ccm (121.00 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1983 ccm (121.00 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power176.40 PS (130 kW or 174 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque250.00 Nm (25.5 kgf-m or 184.4 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke86.5 x 84.4 mm (3.4 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemDry sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed229.0 km/h (142.3 mph)
0-60 miles7.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1496 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4030 litres (1,065 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1179 kg (2,599.3 pounds)
Overall length4220 mm (166.1 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1270 mm (50.0 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity62.0 litres (16.38 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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