1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 772 kg more than 1973 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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. 1973 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1994 Jaguar XJ6 has manual transmission. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Vega | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Vega | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 86 L |
