1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 31 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 492 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Vega | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
