1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2006 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2006 Toyota Quantum 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Quantum (102 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega.
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 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. 1974 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Quantum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Vega | 2006 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Vega | Quantum |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 93.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |