1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 515 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Vega | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vega | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 117 L |
