1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 30 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 30 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z 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, 1999 Honda Z 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, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Vega | Z |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |
