1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2001 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 32 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 305 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
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, 2001 Honda Accord, 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, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 2001 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Vega | Accord |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| 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 | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
