1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 41 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 956 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Vega | XJ |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 82 L |
