1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 37 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 812 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Vega | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Vega | 300 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |
