1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 41 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 960 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Vega | LS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 84 L |
