1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1998 Ford F-250
To start off, 1998 Ford F-250 is newer by 29 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1345 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 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1998 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Vega | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3490 mm |
