1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1991 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1991 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 22 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 2,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac 6000 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 305 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.
Because 1969 Chevrolet Vega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Chevrolet Vega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1991 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Vega | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
