1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1998 Toyota Sienna is newer by 25 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 700 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.
Because 1973 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 1973 Chevrolet Vega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna, 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, 1998 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Vega | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Vega | Sienna |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2910 mm |