1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna 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 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega.
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, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Vega | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 76 L |
