1971 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 40 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 954 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 1971 Chevrolet Vega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Chevrolet Vega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Vega | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Vega | Pilot |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 79 L |