1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 36 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 798 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Vega | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Vega | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 74 L |
