1971 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2005 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 34 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 823 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Vega | 2005 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Vega | Charger |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |