1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Vega | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 79 L |
