1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 40 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 950 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 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Vega | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Vega | Pilot |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 79 L |