1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1999 Lincoln Blackwood
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Blackwood is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Blackwood is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Blackwood weights approximately 705 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
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, 1999 Lincoln Blackwood (481 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm). This means 1999 Lincoln Blackwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 1999 Lincoln Blackwood | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Vega | Blackwood |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3520 mm |
