These are standard specifications for the 1980 Porsche 924, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
5 Manual , 3 Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 1976 - 1988 |
| Price : | $17,000-$21,000 |
| Weight : | 2350 lbs | 1065.942 kg |
Performance
| 0-60 mph : | 7.70 seconds. |
| Top Speed : | 229 km/h | 142.324 mph |
Engine & Transmission
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1985 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L. |
| Power : | 110.00 SAE @ 5750 RPM |
| Torque : | 111 Ft-Lbs (150 NM) @ 3500 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.4 in | 87 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.3 in | 84 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.5:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Ignition system : | Bosch K-Jetronic fuel inject |
| Turbocharged Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1985 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L. |
| Power : | 142.00 SAE @ 5500 RPM |
| Torque : | 147 Ft-Lbs (199 NM) @ 3000 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.4 in | 87 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.3 in | 84 mm. |
| Compression : | 7.5:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Ignition system : | Bosch K-Jetronic fuel inject |
5 Manual , 3 Automatic
Production Figures
| Total Porsche Production for 1980 : | 11,241 |
| 1980 Porsche 924 | |
Handling
Recall
| Component | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | PORSCHE CARS N.A. INC. |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 79V222000 |
| Summary | THE BRIDGE IN THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE LOCKING MECHANISM OF THE FRONT SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY BENT. THE BUCKLE MAY NOT HOLD PROPERLY AND WILL RELEASE, IF EXTREME FORCES ARE APPLIED. |
| Remedy | THE DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE SEAT BELTS ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES AT NO COST TO OWNER. |
| Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH TURBO EQUIPPED ENGINES.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT, THOSE WEARING DEFECTIVESEAT BELTS WILL NOT BE ADEQUATELY RESTRAINED AND ARE SUBJECT TO INCREASED RISKOF PERSONAL INJURY. |
Data updated January 2023
1980 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $7,210 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $19,170 |
| Avg. Home : | $68,714 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.22 |
| Total Car Production : | 8,009,841 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1980 Porsche 924?
Q: How fast is the 1980 Porsche 924? A: The 1980 Porsche 924 has a top speed of 229 km/h. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1980 Porsche 924? A: The 1980 Porsche 924 has a wheelbase size of 94.50 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1980 Porsche 924? A: The 1980 Porsche 924 has a length of 165.70 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1980 Porsche 924? A: The 1980 Porsche 924 has a width of 65.20 inches.Q: How much did the 1980 Porsche 924 cost when new?A: The 1980 Porsche 924 cost approximately $17,000 to $21,000 (USD) when new.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 1980 Porsche 924? A: The 1980 Porsche 924 was a Coupe.Q: How many vehicles did Porsche produce in 1980? A: Porsche produced 11,241 automobiles in 1980.Q: What engines did the 1980 Porsche 924 have? A: The 1980 Porsche 924 had the following engine options: Inline 4 (1985 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 110.00 SAE @ 5750 RPM and 111 Ft-Lbs (150 NM) @ 3500 RPM Turbocharged Inline 4 (1985 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 142.00 SAE @ 5500 RPM and 147 Ft-Lbs (199 NM) @ 3000 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1980 Porsche 924 have? A: The 1980 Porsche 924 had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 3 speed Automatic.