1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1982 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1982 Toyota Model F is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Model F weights approximately 295 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
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, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Model F. 1969 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Model F will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1982 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Vega | Model F |
Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1811 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2240 mm |