1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 38 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 870 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, 2012 Lexus GS (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Vega | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Vega | GS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
