1971 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1980 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1980 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 45 kg more than 1980 Pontiac 1000. 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, 1971 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac 1000. 1971 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1980 Pontiac 1000 has manual transmission. 1980 Pontiac 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Vega | 1980 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Vega | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2400 mm |
