1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1995 Porsche 928
To start off, 1995 Porsche 928 is newer by 22 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 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 264 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 395 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, 1995 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. 1973 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 928 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 | 1995 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Vega | 928 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 5395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
