1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 34 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Vega | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Vega | XJ |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 85 L |
