1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2003 Honda That
To start off, 2003 Honda That is newer by 33 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 185 kg more than 2003 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda That 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, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 2003 Honda That | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Vega | That |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
