1971 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 370 kg more than 1971 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Vega | 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vega | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 5352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 76 L |
