1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1990 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1990 Ford Mustang is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Mustang (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 255 kg more than 1974 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, 1990 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Vega | 1990 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Vega | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
