When was the Porsche 924 sports car made?
Jump to navigation Jump to search. The Porsche 924 is a sports car produced by Porsche AG of Germany from 1976 to 1988.
How many horsepower does a Porsche 924 Carrera GT have?
In order to comply with the homologation regulations, the 924 Carrera GT and later 924 Carrera GTS were offered as road cars, producing 210 and 245 hp (157 and 183 kW) respectively. Clubsport versions of the GTS were also available with 280 hp (209 kW; 284 PS), and factory included Matter roll cage and race seats.
What kind of engine does an Audi 924 have?
The Audi engine, equipped with a Weber / Holley carburetor, was also used in the 1977–1979 AMC Gremlin, Concord, and Spirit, as well as the AMC postal jeeps. The 924 engine used Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection, producing 95 horsepower (71 kW) in North American trim.
When did the Porsche 924S come to America?
However, the Audi/VW 2.0 Liter engine block was discontinued after the 1986 model year, so Porsche had to decide whether to kill the model or do something different. They then decided to re-engineer the driveline of the 2.0 924 to take the 944 driveline, and the 924S was born as a 1987 model, then brought to America as an entry-level Porsche.
What’s the difference between a 924 and a 944 Turbo?
As the 944 Turbo (951), 944S with its dual-overhead-cam design, the 1989 2.7L engine and the 944S2 3.0L engines evolved, the models became more sophisticated and more expensive. Limited slip differentials were offered in all models, although there was some mild gearing changes in the various model transmissions.
What’s the difference between the 924 and 924 series II?
The fuel tank in the Series II cars is larger and made of plastic, and the front control arms went from steel to aluminum with much more expensive ball joint replacement costs. Even though the 924S was produced between 1987 and 1988, it kept the older style interior, dashboard and console.
Where is the DME relay on a Porsche 924?
That said, some DME relays are remarkably awkward to get at. In the 924S and earlier 944s, for instance, it’s not only right up under the passenger’s side of the dashboard, but also neatly obscured by an additional fuse holder which you have to unscrew that and move gently out of the way for better access.