1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 40 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1209 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Vega | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Vega | Titan |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2019 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 106 L |