1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (250 HP) has 169 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (309 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. 1969 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche 911 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 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Vega | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2280 mm |
