1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1987 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1987 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Mustang weights approximately 245 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 1987 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1987 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Vega | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
