1971 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 38 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), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 955 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.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Vega | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Vega | Ram |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| 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 | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 98 L |
