1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 37 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Vega | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 132 L |
