1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 152 kg more than 1964 Renault 8.
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, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8. 1970 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1964 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1964 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Vega | 8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
