1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 38 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 792 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 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Vega | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Vega | TL |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
