1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 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 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 15 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.
Because 1974 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 1974 Chevrolet Vega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1974 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Vega | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Vega | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
