1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 27 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 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 710 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, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. 1973 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 | 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Vega | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1960 mm |