1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 32 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1483 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Vega | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Vega | E-350 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 132 L |