1972 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 293 kg more than 1972 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Vega | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Vega | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 106 L |
